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Origami Architecture (Hardcover with jacket and disc)

Papercraft Models of the World's Most Famous Buildings

Publisher:
Tuttle Publishing
ISBN:
9784805311547
Format:
Hardcover
Date Published:
10/10/2011
Illustrations:
includes CD-ROM with over 258 pages of templates; over 900 photos
Number of Pages:
144
Length:
12
Width:
9
Weight:
43 oz
$24.95
Quantity:

The incredible splendors of some of the worlds' most recognized architectural feats are brought to life within the pages of Origami Architecture. With this book, some card stock paper, and a hobby knife, anyone can build spectacular re-creation's of the most famous buildings in the world. It gives instructions and templates for 16 buildings, including the Parthenon, the White House, the Eiffel Tower, the Chrysler building, and the Forbidden City. There are over 900 photographs detailing the cutting and assembling of the pieces, most without using glue or tape. Once the structure is attached to the base not only will does it look amazing, but it can be folded up and taken anywhere. For the would-be architect, the papercraft hobbyist, or a model builder, Origami Architecture will provide hours of activity with impressive results.

Projects include:

  • Arc de Triomphe

  • Leaning Tower of Pisa

  • Hall of Supreme Harmony

  • White House

  • National Centre for the Performing Arts China

  • Sydney Opera House

  • Eiffel Tower

  • Osaka Castle

  • Petronas Towers

  • Westminster Abbey

  • Tower Bridge

  • United States Capitol

  • Chrysler Building

  • Athens Parthenon

  • Lincoln Memorial

  • Palace of Westminster

Author Bio

The artist known as Yee is world renowned for his paper structure designs and creations. Over the years he has perfected his craft and is now recognized as one of the world's foremost paper crafters. He sells custom paper craft work through his website, www.yeesjob.com

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